The maker of the Moonswatch is back with a jellyfish-inspired dive watch
The Swatch Scubaqua collection is a divers dream

Quick Summary
Swatch just unveiled its latest collection.
Inspired by different jellyfish, the dive watch is a transparent option for those seeking some fun.
There's no getting away from the dive watch these days. Gone is the era of these specialist tool watches simply adorning the wrists of Jacques Cousteau and co – you'll find depth-descending timepieces just about everywhere you look these days.
It's all the fault of the Rolex Submariner, really. That watch gained such synonymity with mid-level bankers and businessmen that everyone had to have one.
Still, if you've got lighter pockets and more joy left in your heart, the new launch from Swatch might be right up your street. The brand might be best known for the Moonswatch range – inspired by the moon-dwelling Omega Speedmaster – which created a storm under the watch-loving community upon launch.


This model find its inspiration much, much lower, though. Named after a range of jellyfish species, these watches sort of resemble the animals they're named after. You'll find a translucent dial, which enables you to see the inner workings – though the quartz movement shouldn't sting like the tentacles of its namesake.
There are five models in the collection. Lion's Mane (red), Black Sea Nettle (black), Egg Yolk (white and green), Blue Fire (blue) and Aurelia Aurita (white) each offer something different. It's tough to pick a favourite – I'm a sucker for red watches, so Lion's Mane looks good – though I do think the Black is surprisingly classy.


The 44mm case is crafted from a combination of Bioceramic and a shiny, transparent biosourced material. That's continued on the bezel, making use of the same Bioceramic, while the dial is, as mentioned, translucent.
Those cases are also 15.4mm tall and feature a lug-to-lug width of 51.5mm – not exactly the slimmest you'll find. They attach to a rather comfy looking rubber strap, though, so that's a big plus.
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Priced at £135 / €155 / US$150 / AU$210, these offer a relatively affordable entry point into the wonderful world of divers. They're fun, bright and colourful – all except for that Black Sea Nettle which is a bit of a sleeper and could actually exist in a more casual office environment at a push.

Sam is an award-winning journalist with over six years of experience across print and digital media. As T3’s Senior Staff Writer, Sam covers everything from new phones and EVs to luxury watches and fragrances. Working across a range of different social media platforms alongside his written work, Sam is a familiar face for fans of T3. When he’s not reviewing snazzy products or hunting for stellar deals, Sam enjoys football, analog photography and writing music.
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